“Analyzing the Supreme Court Ruling on Time Bar and Copyright Infringement Claims”

In an article published September 16, 2024, in Today’s General Counsel, Marshall Gerstein Partners Kelley S. Gordon and Gregory J. Chinlund review a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that ruled that there is no time bar to recovering monetary damages for copyright infringement claims. The case, Warner Chappell Music, Inc. v. Nealy, opens the door for higher damages awards for copyright plaintiffs. It also potentially increases exposure to would-be defendants.

Kelley and Greg review the background of the case’s pathway to the Supreme Court and provide guidance for brand owners on potential copyright infringement claims.

“The decision serves as a reminder of practical guidance for potential infringement claimants and defendants,” they say as they offer key tips for copyright holders.

To read the article, visit Today’s General Counsel here.